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Universal Orlando has so many refurbs happening right now! Universal Orlando Six attractions will be closed this spring and summer across all three Universal Orlando parks. Here are all of the ride closures to know about for your next visit, including some newly announced ones! ​​ MEN IN BLACK Alien Attack at Universal Studios will be closed from June 1st to June 16th for short-term maintenance. The ride is an interactive laser shooting ride where you train with the Men in Black to take down aliens and save New York City! MEN IN BLACK Alien Attack One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish will be closed for maintenance on March 24th and 25th, and will reopen the next day on Wednesday, March 26th. This aerial carousel ride is themed after Dr. Seuss’s One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish book and is located in the Suess Landing area of Islands of Adventure. ©Universal Orlando Another ride closure is Stardust Racers in Universal’s newest theme park, Epic Universe. The ride has been closed since February 19th and is expected to reopen on April 5th. They’re performing routine maintenance and updates on the roller coaster. Stardust Racers An additional lengthy closure is the Jurassic Park River Adventure in Islands of Adventure. The water ride has been closed since January 5th and will reopen in the fall on November 19th. The ride will reopen with refreshed animatronics and enhanced sound effects in addition to routine maintenance. Jurassic Park River Adventure A different Jurassic Park refurbishment is happening currently, with Pteranodon Flyers being closed from February 17th to May 14th. This ride has you board a Pteranodon dinosaur and fly over the Jurassic Park section of Islands of Adventure. ©Universal The last closure happening soon is Me Ship, The Olive. This is a play area in the Toon Lagoon section of Islands of Adventure. It will be closed from April 19th to 25th, and reopen on April 26th. ©Universal That’s every Universal Orlando closure announced for the spring and summer. Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more theme park news! 7 Changes Coming to Magic Kingdom Next Month Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What’s your favorite Universal ride? Comment below! View the full article

We LOVE Disney mugs! What better way to celebrate your love of the House of Mouse than by drinking your morning cup of coffee or tea out of your favorite mug?! NEW Starbucks tumblers If you ask us, a new Disney x Starbucks mug is even BETTER! If you agree, then you’re in luck because NEW Disney x Starbucks mugs and tumblers have just dropped online — but we have a feeling they won’t last long! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Get the Blue Ribbon Walt Disney World Starbucks Tumbler ©Disney Made for hot and cold drinks, this Walt Disney World Resort stainless steel Starbucks tumbler is perfect for on-the-go refreshment. The bows add a touch of Cinderella charm with her majestic castle to remind you of all the unforgettable memories. view ONLINE This Pink Disneyland version is also a must-have ©Disney Top off your drink with a bow. This stainless steel Disneyland tumbler from Starbucks is fit for a princess with its all-over bow print, pearlescent glitter, and a charming illustration of Sleeping Beauty Castle. view ONLINE We love the matching Blue Ribbon Mug, too ©Disney Take a sip down memory lane with this Walt Disney World Resort souvenir mug by Starbucks. The design features Cinderella Castle, a bow handle, and matching bow decals for a whimsical reminder of The Most Magical Place on Earth. view ONLINE Or, you can grab the Pink Disneyland version of the mug ©Disney The Sleeping Beauty-inspired design of this mug features a bow handle and matching bow decals so you can celebrate your love of The Happiest Place on Earth every time you take a sip! We love the bow handle design. view ONLINE We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! View the full article

April is about to hit Magic Kingdom like a confetti cannon with opinions. If you’re heading to Magic Kingdom in April 2026, there are quite a few changes to keep on your radar before you rope drop your way into chaos. We’re talking attraction reopenings, lingering closures, seasonal crowds, special events, and a holiday calendar that could make the park feel extra packed in the first half of the month. Mr. and Mrs. Easter Bunny The good news? There’s some genuinely exciting stuff on the way. A popular Tomorrowland ride is finally set to reopen, spring weather should still be fairly manageable, and if you plan carefully, April can still be a solid time to visit Magic Kingdom. But this is also one of those months where the details matter. A lot. So if you want to avoid getting blindsided by construction walls, holiday crowds, or a ride closure you forgot about three weeks ago, here are the biggest changes coming to Magic Kingdom next month. 1. Buzz Lightyear Is Back This is the big headline. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin is scheduled to reopen on April 8, 2026, which means Tomorrowland is finally getting one of its classic family attractions back after a lengthy refurbishment. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin And this wasn’t just a quick tune-up. Disney has already shared that the refreshed version of the ride will include new ride vehicles, handheld blasters, and onboard video monitors for a more updated interactive experience. In other words, Disney gave this attraction a shiny little space-age glow-up, and competitive families are about to become even more competitive. This reopening matters for more than just Buzz fans, too. Anytime Magic Kingdom gets a popular attraction back online, it helps spread crowds around the park a bit better, especially in a land like Tomorrowland that can soak up a lot of guests. ©Disney So yes, the lasers are returning, and frankly, that’s excellent news. 2. Big Thunder Is Still the Big Question Mark Now for the less-fun update. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is still closed for refurbishment heading into April. Disney has said the ride will reopen in spring 2026, but as of now, there is still no exact reopening date posted. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is currently closed That means Big Thunder is one of the biggest wild cards for Magic Kingdom next month. Could it reopen in April? Sure. Will it? Maybe. Should you build your whole touring strategy around that possibility? Absolutely not. Until Disney puts an actual date on the calendar, assume Big Thunder is still out of commission. That means Frontierland will continue to feel a little quieter than usual, while the park’s other thrill rides pick up the slack. Construction at Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Basically, don’t let this mountain break your heart twice. 3. Frontierland Still Isn’t Fully “Back” Big Thunder’s closure isn’t the only thing making Frontierland feel a little incomplete right now. The Walt Disney World Railroad is still operating in shuttle mode between Main Street, U.S.A., and Fantasyland only, which means the full loop around the park is still not back. Frontierland remains left out of the railroad route for now. This is one of those changes that doesn’t always sound huge until you’re actually in the park wishing for a scenic sit-down ride and realizing your options are more limited than expected. Frontierland Railroad Station If you usually rely on the train for transportation, for a break, or just for that old-school Magic Kingdom charm, it’s worth remembering that the full-circle experience still isn’t available. Frontierland is very much still in its “under construction, please enjoy the vibes anyway” era. 4. Easter Week Will Be a Beast April 2026 begins with one very important little detail: Easter Sunday falls on April 5. And at Disney World, holiday timing matters. A lot. Happy Easter Because Easter lands early in the month this year, the first week of April is expected to be the busiest stretch at Magic Kingdom, thanks to the overlap of spring break travel and holiday visitors. If you’re visiting during those first several days, prepare for heavier crowds, longer waits, and that special kind of theme park energy where everyone seems one popcorn bucket away from a dramatic monologue. They’re so cute! This doesn’t mean you should cancel your trip and move into the woods. It just means you need to plan accordingly. Get to the park early, prioritize your must-dos, and maybe don’t expect a peaceful little wander through Fantasyland at noon. That’s not the version of April we’re working with here. Also, be aware that an influx of park crowds also means that Lightning Lane prices go up (substantially). Because of that whole capitalism/supply/demand system, the more people are in the parks, the more in-demand those attractions are, and the higher Disney can set the price on Lightning Lane access. Lightning Lane So, be sure to pack your patience pants or set aside some extra coin for those skip-the-line options. 5. Easter Snacks Now let’s discuss the important stuff: sugar. Disney often rolls out spring and Easter-themed treats around this time of year, and while we haven’t seen a full official 2026 Easter foodie guide for Walt Disney World just yet, it would not be surprising to see limited-time snacks or seasonal desserts pop up around the resort. Easter Cupcake That could mean themed cupcakes, cookies, candy-packed treats, or some kind of adorable pastel confection designed to be photographed for twelve minutes before anyone takes a bite. At the moment, though, Disney has not officially announced a Magic Kingdom Easter snack lineup for 2026, so this is one of those “watch this space” situations. Still, if you’re visiting in April, it’s worth keeping an eye out. Spring snack season tends to arrive with very little chill and a lot of frosting. 6. After Hours Returns in April If you’re looking for a lower-crowd way to do Magic Kingdom, April does bring another option. Disney After Hours at Magic Kingdom is scheduled for April 13 and April 20, 2026. These separately ticketed events give guests extra time in the park after it closes, with event hours running late into the night and entry available earlier in the evening. Magic Kingdom After Hours For the right person, this can be a really appealing April strategy. You get shorter waits, nighttime vibes, and a break from some of the daytime crowd madness. In truth, the price for an After Hours ticket is a fraction of the Lightning Lane Premier Pass for Magic Kingdom, and it comes with free snacks. If you’re a night goblin and these dates work with your travel plans, you should seriously consider it as an option. Even if you’re not planning to buy a ticket, it’s still helpful to know these dates. Special events can affect how you plan your park day, and they sometimes change the rhythm of the evening for regular day guests, too. After Hours at Magic Kingdom So whether you’re attending or not, these are dates worth noting on your calendar. 7. runDisney Will Bring Another Crowd Bump Just when April looks like it might calm down after Easter, here comes another layer. The runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend is scheduled for April 16 through April 20, 2026, and while that doesn’t automatically mean Magic Kingdom will be slammed every minute of every day, it does add more guests to the Disney World bubble. ©runDisney Race weekends can affect resort occupancy, transportation, and early morning logistics, and they tend to bring an extra wave of people who are impressively awake at hours the rest of us consider rude. This doesn’t make mid-April impossible. Not at all. But it does mean April has kind of a two-part crowd story this year: Easter and spring break pressure early, then runDisney energy later. So if you were hoping for a sleepy little April lull, Magic Kingdom would like to politely laugh. What This Means for Your April Trip Magic Kingdom in April 2026 is shaping up to be a month of trade-offs. On one hand, Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin is reopening, which is a real win for Tomorrowland and for families who love interactive rides. On the other hand, Big Thunder is still closed, the railroad still isn’t running its full route, and the month includes both Easter crowds and a runDisney weekend. The Magic Kingdom Dapper Dans That doesn’t mean April is a bad time to go. It just means you need to know what kind of April you’re getting. Tomorrowland If you visit in the first week, expect heavier holiday crowds. If you visit later in the month, you may dodge the Easter rush, but you’ll still want to keep an eye on special events and resort-wide traffic. And if Disney drops any surprise snack news or a long-awaited Big Thunder reopening date, that could shift the whole conversation again. Just maybe don’t let your entire day hinge on one mountain and a dream. Check out more Disney World news at the links below! 7 Changes Coming to Magic Kingdom Next MonthWhy Is It Taking Disney World 8 Months to Refurbish Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin?Heading to Disney World for Spring Break? Pack Your Patience!Does This NEW Disney World Permit Mean a Popular Ride Could Be CHANGING?7 Things That’ll Make Your Stay at Disney’s Pop Century Resort 10x Better Will you be visiting Disney World in April? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

Big things might be happening in Disney World and Disneyland, but Disney has been making some HUGE changes to its parks across the ocean, too. Disneyland Paris recently completely reimagined its Walt Disney Studios Park into Disney Adventure World, and it’s bringing new rides, new lands, new entertainment, and more to Paris. Well, we got invited to visit Adventure World before it officially opens on March 29th, and we’re bringing you along with us to see, do, and — of course — EAT everything we can in the newly reimagined park. So, let’s go! Disney Adventure World features five distinct lands, with more on the way. There’s also a new entrance where you can step on the red carpet! We felt like movie stars when we entered the park! World Premiere Plaza is where Disney and Pixar stories are coming to new life through rides, shows, and special characters. We started our adventure, appropriately enough, on Adventure Way, where we rode Raiponce Tangled Spin, Disney’s first-ever Tangled ride. Raiponce Tangled Spin Speaking of Rapunzel, we also got to see Musical Moment with Rapunzel and Flynn, a show with…well…Rapunzel and Flynn in the Adventure Way Gazebo Garden. Musical Moment with Rapunzel and Flynn Then we saw ANOTHER musical moment: the Disney Marching Band. Here, Minnie leads the band as they play Disney songs. They were playing “Into the Unknown” and “Prince Ali” when they marched by us. The Disney Marching Band We were REALLY excited, though, to see the new World of Frozen, which is similar to the one we nerded out over in Hong Kong Disneyland. It looks a lot like the same world we saw in Hong Kong, but it’s still SO impressive. We’re in Arendelle! Of course, this is where you’ll find Frozen Ever After, the ride we’re sure we’ve ALL ridden in EPCOT. We haven’t had a chance to ride this one yet because it’s been down…but stay tuned because we’ll get you details when we do get to ride it! But look how beautiful the lake is! SO pretty Eventually, the park will also have a land themed around The Lion King, with a Lion King ride. That won’t be open for a little while longer, though. We did see construction for that land, though! We’ll be covering everything from Disney Adventure World, so stay tuned to DFB for more. REVIEW: If You Only Eat One Thing at Disneyland Paris, Let It Be THIS. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be making a trip across the Atlantic to visit the new Disney Adventure World? Let us know what you’re most excited about in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disneyland Paris to attend their media preview of Disney Adventure World. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ View the full article

Find the closest green pipe, and warp your way to McDonald’s! McDonald’s at Disney World McDonald’s just teased the release of brand-new Happy Meal toys, and they give you a little bit of nostalgia, a little bit of excitement, and a whole lot of desire to collect them all! This new set of Happy Meal toys is going to make you scream “LETS-A GO” in your best Mario impression, because these toys are awesome! This Happy Meal toy collection is on the way, and it’s inspired by the highly anticipated Super Mario Galaxy Movie! ©McDonald’s The collection comes with 12 characters, these being: Mario Luigi (in a frog suit) Mario (with the fire power-up) Bowser Jr. Bowser Jr. (with a mask on) Bowser Peach Yoshi Birdo Luma Toad Rosalina McDonald’s also teased that the new toys are set to release on March 26th. So you’ll have to make your way to McDonald’s for a Happy Meal next week! ©McDonald’s The Super Mario Galaxy Movie officially releases in theatres on April 1st, and we are PUMPED! The movie sees Chris Pratt return as Mario, Charlie Day as Luigi, Anya Taylor-Joy as Princess Peach, and Jack Black as Bowser. ©Illumination The movie also introduces a bunch of new and nostalgic characters that we love from the video game franchise. Characters including Rosalina (Brie Larson), Boswer Jr. (Benny Safdie), and everyone’s favorite, Yoshi (Donald Glover), will be brought to life by an expanded star-studded cast. The movie will also have Birdo, R.O.B., and others. ©Variety We’re super excited for the movie to release in a few weeks, and yes, we’ll be collecting the Happy Meal toys! For more movie and food news, make sure to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog. JUST REVEALED: HUGE Changes Will Hit Epic Universe This Month Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you excited for the movie? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

And at last I see the light… Raiponce Tangled Spin Y’all, our dreams have come true. We finally get to relive the floating lantern scene from Tangled, and we couldn’t feel happier. Yes, we’ve dreamed about this since the movie came out in 2010, and 16 years later, we finally get to experience the joy Rapunzel felt when she saw the lanterns. Come with us to ride Raiponce Tangled Spin at Disney Adventure World in Disneyland Paris. This ride opens to the public on March 29th in Disneyland Paris’s newly reimagined second park, Disney Adventure World. It’s a spinning-style ride where you get to climb aboard the boats and admire the lanterns flying overhead. Let’s go for a spin! It’s located on Adventure Way and is family-friendly with no height requirements. You can also grab Disney Premier Access, their version of Lightning Lanes or FastPasses. While this is just a spinner-style attraction, since it’s new and dedicated to Rapunzel, we’d imagine the lines are going to be long for a while. Be sure to take a moment to appreciate the queue…you’ll see Rapunzel’s baking and painting. Rapunzel’s things Keep an eye out for Pascal! Pascal! Take a look at the boats! We love the painting along the sides. The boats If you love the paintings on the boats, make sure to look up! The entire covering is painted with Rapunzel’s artwork. There are various characters, such as Rapunzel, Flynn, Pascal, and Maximus, along with constellations and additional lanterns. SO pretty The ceilings are GORGEOUS. More of Rapunzel’s artwork Seriously, LOOK at this artwork! GORGEOUS We loved the lanterns hanging down from the top, too. They were so beautiful and really set the aesthetic for our ride. All the lanterns Overall, we thought the ride was cute, and we loved the Rapunzel voice-over (and it was OG Rapunzel’s voice, Mandy Moore). However, this ride is super short, so it’s over before you can really take it all in. We’re having so much fun here in Disneyland Paris, and we’re bringing you back all the details so you can plan the best trip ever. Make sure you keep following Disney Food Blog for more! THE RIDE CHANGE I WASN’T EXPECTING IN DISNEYLAND PARIS Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think about this ride? Would you go on it? Tell us your thoughts in the comments. Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disneyland Paris to attend their media preview of Disney Adventure World. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ View the full article

Tomorrowland has a funny way of making the future look a little…retro. One minute, you’re battling Emperor Zurg like the galaxy depends on it. Next, you’re wrestling with a ride vehicle blaster that feels like it survived the Y2K scare, three presidential administrations, and at least one serious battery issue. Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin And that is exactly why Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin is getting a long refurbishment in Magic Kingdom. One of the ride’s long-running issues has been that first-time guests often have no idea what they’re doing. They board, start shooting wildly, and then exit the ride emotionally shattered because their seven-year-old got Galactic Hero while they somehow scored like 800 points. A training element could help make the ride more fun and less confusing right from the start. But adding a new character and interactive pre-show component also means more design, more programming, more installation, and more time. This Ride Is Older Than It Looks Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin opened in Magic Kingdom in 1998. Yes. Nineteen ninety-eight. Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin That means Disney isn’t just refreshing a slightly dated attraction. It’s upgrading a ride that has been around for nearly three decades. And while Buzz has remained popular, theme park tech has changed dramatically since the late ‘90s. Guests expect more now. They expect smoother gameplay, clearer effects, more responsive technology, and attractions that feel polished from start to finish. Shoot the target in the left hand OVER AND OVER! Back in the day, simply getting to shoot at glowing targets inside a dark ride was a thrill. Now, the bar is much higher. Disney knows that, and this refurbishment feels like an effort to bring Space Ranger Spin up to more modern standards instead of letting it keep coasting on nostalgia. This Is Way More Than the Last Closure If this closure feels unusually long, that’s because it is. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin has had refurbishments before, but previous closures were much shorter. This current project runs from early August 2025 to early April 2026. Closed for Refurbishment The timeline tells us something important: Disney is not treating this like standard upkeep. If this were just basic maintenance, it would not need most of a year. The length of the closure suggests a deeper rework of the ride systems, show elements, and gameplay features. Basically, Disney finally looked at Buzz and said, “Buddy, we need to talk.” Disney Appears To Be Refreshing Scenes, Too The announced gameplay changes are already substantial, but there’s reason to believe Disney is also refreshing some of the show scenes. Imagineering has previewed a refreshed hyperspace tunnel scene, and construction updates have pointed to changes in the attraction’s airlock area as well. The exterior has also seen noticeable work, including changes around the entrance and marquee. ©Disney That means this project is not just about what guests hold in their hands. It also appears to be about what they see around them. And once scenic work gets involved, timelines tend to balloon. Dark ride sets, lighting packages, effects, audio, and installation inside an existing attraction are rarely quick jobs. Even when the changes seem modest from a guest perspective, the work behind the scenes can be extensive. So yes, the new blasters are a big deal. But they may be only one piece of a much larger puzzle. Testing a Ride Like This Takes Time Here’s the part that often gets overlooked: interactive rides are complicated. It’s not enough to install a new blaster and hope for the best. Disney has to make sure the targets respond properly, the scoring system works, the ride effects sync correctly, the training elements make sense, and the whole thing operates reliably for thousands of guests a day. Waiting in line for Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin That is a lot of moving pieces for one attraction. And because this is a high-capacity Disney ride, it has to work consistently. Not just once. Not just during a press preview. All day, every day, with families, kids, competitive uncles, distracted grandparents, and at least one person per ride vehicle who is absolutely just button-mashing in a panic. ©Disney The more interactive the attraction becomes, the more testing it needs. That alone could eat up a big chunk of this timeline. What About Politics, Patents, or Supply Chain Drama? Now for the spicier question. Could outside factors like politics, patent issues, supply chain slowdowns, or global conflicts be affecting this project? Tomorrowland In theory, sure. Any attraction refurbishment that relies on electronics, custom parts, fabrication, and specialty contractors could be affected by broader economic or global pressures. Delays can happen. Materials can get harder to source. Timelines can shift. Many of us remember the years-long delay waiting for TRON Lightcycle/Run to open. But based on what Disney has publicly announced, there is no clear public evidence that this specific refurbishment is being dragged out because of politics, war fronts, patent disputes, or some shadowy Tomorrowland laser conspiracy. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin There have been construction permits associated with the project, but the publicly reported scope has remained pretty generic. So while external pressures can always play some role in a project this size, the clearest explanation is still the most obvious one: Disney is doing a lot more here than many people first assumed. Disney’s Timeline Actually Makes Sense When you put all the pieces together, the eight-month refurbishment starts to look a lot less bizarre. Disney is working on: New ride vehicles New handheld blasters Reactive targets New gameplay effects A new interactive support robot Training elements before boarding Refreshed show scenes Entrance and marquee work Testing for all of the above That’s not a quick pit stop. That’s a pretty serious rebuild of a classic attraction. Aim for the top target! And because the ride opened in 1998, Disney is likely dealing with the complications that come with updating older infrastructure at the same time. Once a project like that begins, it tends to reveal even more things that need attention. That’s how a refurbishment grows from “a few months, probably” into “see you in the spring.” The Real Answer? Buzz Needed More Than a Tune-Up So why is Disney World taking eight months to refurbish Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin? Because Disney isn’t just repairing it. Disney is trying to modernize it. The company is overhauling the ride’s core gameplay, updating its interactive technology, refreshing parts of the show experience, and likely addressing aging systems along the way. When you look at the scope of the changes, the long closure suddenly feels a lot more reasonable. Hey there Buzz! Sure, eight months is a long time to lose a popular Tomorrowland ride. But if this results in a smoother, smarter, more satisfying version of Space Ranger Spin, it may be worth the wait. Because let’s be honest, Buzz has been charming for a long time. But charming and outdated often live in the same house in Tomorrowland. And when the ride reopens on April 8th, Disney is clearly hoping it won’t just feel restored. It’ll feel relevant again. Ultimately… This isn’t Disney dragging its feet. This is Disney finally giving Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin the large-scale upgrade it has probably needed for years. Between the new handheld blasters, reactive targets, updated vehicles, new pre-show elements, refreshed scenes, and all the testing required to make that work, eight months suddenly stops sounding outrageous and starts sounding necessary. Buzz Lightyear So no, Disney is not taking eight months just to fluff Buzz’s space helmet. They’re trying to turn a beloved but aging Magic Kingdom ride into something sharper, smoother, and a whole lot more fun for the next generation of Space Rangers. And when those new blasters finally come online? Family scorekeeping wars are going to get so much worse. Keep following DFB, and we’ll keep you updated on all of the news and updates on this attraction refurbishment, and everything else happening in Disney World, Disneyland, and Universal Orlando! See How the Ride Photo Has Changed for This Attraction HERE! Check out more Disney World news at the links below! Why Is It Taking Disney World 8 Months to Refurbish Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin?Heading to Disney World for Spring Break? Pack Your Patience!Does This NEW Disney World Permit Mean a Popular Ride Could Be CHANGING?7 Things That’ll Make Your Stay at Disney’s Pop Century Resort 10x BetterThe 2 Rules You’re Probably Breaking in Disney World Stores Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you excited to ride the new Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin when it reopens? Tell us in the comments below! View the full article

We get it, it’s spring break, and everyone wants to use that time for a Disney World vacation. The only problem is, EVERYONE wants to use that time for a Disney World vacation! Magic Kingdom We never want to tell people NOT to go to Disney World, but we do like to advise that some days might not be the best for the parks. One of those times is spring break. We went to the parks multiple times during the week, and you won’t believe the crowds we’ve seen! It may not be your Christmas crowds, but you’d be shocked at how busy the park really gets during the week of spring break. It probably doesn’t help that we went to the park that is already always the busiest of the four, Magic Kingdom. Just take a look at the line to get to the entrance of the park! Spring break line at TTC The line for the monorail at the Transportation and Ticket Center was just brutal. The ferry wasn’t any better, so it was really just a pick-your-poison situation. You can see how far the line really went for the monorail, and there were still people behind us. It’s been a WHILE since we’ve seen it this crowded. The line for the monorail is crazy Once you finally got into the park, Main Street, U.S.A. was even WORSE! We were basically shoulder to shoulder with people as we made our way towards the castle. Everyone loves getting pictures on Main Street, but it’s too difficult in the mornings to do so with crowds like this. Main Street during spring break Of course, a busy park means longer wait times for attractions. You have TRON Lightcycle / Run and your Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, which are always longer wait times, but just extra long during this time. However, even the smaller attractions get surprisingly long…like Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor. The line starts here at Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor Be honest, have you ever seen a line like this for this attraction? We haven’t — at least not for a long time! Look how long the line is! Lines for classic rides like Pirates of the Caribbean can sometimes get long, and we get it. It’s a super popular fan favorite attraction, but this is just nuts! Look at the line for Pirates! If ride lines with seemingly lower wait times daily are getting this long, just imagine the more popular ones! Even Lightning Lane was pushed back. We’re moving! The agents at Small World Vacations know how to save money on your Disney Vacation! When you book your trip with Small World Vacations, their experienced agents monitor your reservation for possible future savings. They also compare discounts and figure out which one works best for your travel party, dates, resort, and touring plans. And they share expert tips and first-hand advice with you about your magical vacation. We totally get wanting to use dedicated break time to come to Disney World, and you totally should! Just be aware that the crowds can get pretty crazy. We’re always here to make your next Disney World vacation the best that it can possibly be, so keep following us at the Disney Food Blog for more! The 2 Rules You’re Probably Breaking in Disney World Stores DON'T DO IT ALONE! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you GET MORE INFO Have you been during spring break? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Disney just filed a Notice of Commencement permit, which notifies the government of large construction projects, for our favorite Disney World drop ride, Tower of Terror. Tower of Terror At first, it didn’t look too interesting – just for general construction. But what we saw next spooked us! The permit is for general construction on the Tower of Terror with MLC Theming. Permits like these are typically used for maintenance. But – MLC Theming is a theming service for the entertainment industry, not a construction company! Their work includes scenic painting, aging of structures, facade fabrication, and rock work carving. MLC Theming is a frequent collaborator of Disney World, with recent updates to the Haunted Mansion, Space Mountain, and Harambe Market. Sunset Boulevard While Disney hasn’t announced what specific changes are coming to Tower of Terror yet, our team of Disney experts has some theories. The most likely option is exterior work. The Tower of Terror last had exterior updates in 2021, and Disney repaints and updates exteriors every few years due to Florida’s harsh weather. Currently, exterior work is happening on Cinderella Castle and the Haunted Mansion at Magic Kingdom to ensure the buildings are looking nice and pretty for years to come. Repainting Cinderella Castle It’s also likely that the ride’s interior could be updated. While MLC Theming is known for its exterior work, they were tasked with the interior of Magic Kingdom’s Frontierland Trading Post in 2024. The Tower of Terror is known for its intricate queue line with hidden details that make Disney adults go wild (guilty!). It wouldn’t surprise us if the lobby is getting a fresh coat of paint, or if they’ll add even more easter eggs to the ride! Tower of Terror While Disney hasn’t announced a closure date yet, we’ll be sure to keep you updated. Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more Disney World news! NEW UPDATE on Walt Disney Studios Coming to Hollywood Studios This May Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What’s your favorite Hollywood Studios ride? Comment below! View the full article

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If you’ve ever stayed at Disney’s Pop Century Resort, you already know why people love it. Disney’s Pop Century Resort The Skyliner access is clutch, the theming is pure nostalgia, and the rooms are some of the most practical on Disney property. But even with all those perks, there are a few small things that can make your stay go from “pretty great” to “why don’t I pack this every single time?” Because when you’re coming back from a long park day, the last thing you want is to deal with dead devices, messy suitcases, or struggling to fall asleep. We’ve rounded up a few simple items that can seriously upgrade your Pop Century stay. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Keep all your Apple devices charged in one spot 3 in 1 Charging Station Even though Disney has updated a lot of its hotel rooms over the years, outlets can still feel surprisingly scarce once everyone starts plugging things in. Phones, smart watches, earbuds, portable chargers. It doesn’t take long before the nightstand looks like a tangled mess of cables. That’s why a 3-in-1 charging station is such a smart thing to pack. It lets you power your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods all at once while only using a single outlet. Everything charges wirelessly, so you’re not juggling multiple cords across the room. One of the best parts is how compact it is. Most of these chargers fold flat, which makes them ridiculously easy to toss into a carry-on or park bag. At the end of the night, you just drop your devices onto the stand, and you’re done. No outlet hunting required. view ON AMAZON Charge multiple MagicBand+ devices at once MultiCharger for MagicBand+ If you’re traveling with a group, keeping everyone’s MagicBand+ charged can get chaotic fast. One person finds an outlet, someone else needs it for their phone, and suddenly, you’re rotating bands throughout the night. A multi-charger made specifically for MagicBand+ can solve that problem instantly. These chargers usually have several USB-A ports, which means you can power up multiple bands at the same time using the cords that came with them. Some even let you mix devices, so you could charge a couple of bands and still plug in a phone if needed. For families or friend groups, it keeps everything organized in one spot and makes sure nobody wakes up to a dead band before rope drop. view ON AMAZON Add extra outlets with a flat plug power strip Flat Plug Power Strip If your travel crew brings a lot of electronics, a small power strip can be a total lifesaver in a Disney hotel room. A flat plug power strip is especially handy because it sits flush against the wall and works well with the sometimes awkwardly placed outlets in hotel rooms. Many of these include several regular outlets plus USB-A and USB-C ports, which means you can charge phones, portable batteries, watches, and other devices all at once. It’s a simple item, but it can completely eliminate the nightly charging shuffle that tends to happen in hotel rooms. view ON AMAZON Sleep better with a portable white noise machine Dreamegg Portable Travel White Noise Machine Sleeping in a Disney hotel can be trickier than it sounds. Hallway noise, an overactive brain, whatever it is, falling asleep isn’t always easy. This little white noise machine is genuinely tiny, pocket-sized even, but it’s loaded with sound options: classic white noise, fan sounds, rain, ocean, and more. It’s a great tool for light sleepers and for anyone who just needs their brain to finally stop running through tomorrow’s park plan at midnight. view ON AMAZON Try a sound machine that doubles as a night light ©Amazon Another solid option if you want something with a bit more variety is this Soother Sound Machine. It’s got 30 different sounds, from waves and white noise to rain, piano, birds, and even train sounds. It also doubles as a multi-color night light, which is handy if you’re traveling with little ones who need a little something on in the room. Lots of options, small footprint. view ON AMAZON Keep your room organized with a pop-up hamper ©Amazon Living out of a suitcase sounds manageable at first, but after a couple of park days, hotel rooms can start looking chaotic. Clothes end up on chairs, socks mysteriously appear on the floor, and suddenly you’re not totally sure which pile is clean. A collapsible pop-up hamper can fix that instantly. These lightweight hampers fold completely flat in your luggage and spring open as soon as you arrive at your hotel. The mesh design allows clothes to air out, which is especially helpful after those hot Florida park days. And when it’s time to pack up or do laundry, the built-in handles make everything easy to carry. It’s one of those small things that makes your room feel way more organized throughout your trip. view ON AMAZON Pack a travel bathroom spray ©Amazon Let’s be honest for a second. Most Disney hotel rooms mean one shared bathroom, and that can get awkward pretty quickly when you’re traveling with friends or family. A small bottle of bathroom spray can be surprisingly helpful. These sprays work before you go, creating a barrier in the toilet bowl that helps trap odors instead of trying to cover them afterward. The travel versions are tiny enough to fit in a toiletry bag or even a park backpack, and many scents smell fresh and clean without being overpowering. It might feel a little funny to pack at first, but once you have it in your hotel room, you’ll be very glad you did. view ON AMAZON We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! View the full article

There’s no better way to “spring” into a new season than with a touch of Disney magic. From plush and accessories to toys and books, the products below bring together playful picks and festive favorites that are perfect for filling Easter baskets big and small. Whether it’s sunny outdoor adventures, Easter egg hunts or everything in between, these products are sure to brighten every part of the spring season and help make every moment special! Plush Mickey Mouse Plush Bunny from Disney Store Hop into spring with this Easter plush! Featuring its floppy ears and vibrant colors, this 14-inch snuggly sensation is sure to be the ultimate cuddle buddy and the perfect addition to any Easter basket this year.  SHOP NOW  Disney and Pixar’s Hoppers Workin’ Out King George Feature Plush from Just Play Get ready for wiggles and giggles with this interactive plush that moves and grooves with a royal attitude – perfect to hop into Easter with.  SHOP NOW  Squishmallows Disney Easter Judy Hopps from Jazwares Hop into more snuggles with this cuddly plush. It will be a big hit in every bunny’s basket this year.  SHOP NOW  Angel Plush Bunny from the Disney Store Get ready for cuteness overload with this Angel-inspired plush. This adorable plush in her bunny suit is ready to bring an out-of-this-world dose of fun to your Easter.   SHOP NOW  Peek-a-Boo Winnie the Pooh Animated Plush from GUND Delight little ones with this adorable Winnie the Pooh-inspired plush that plays peek-a-boo, moves its arms, and features Winnie the Pooh’s voice, making it a charming and interactive gift for fans of the beloved bear.  SHOP NOW  Disney Jr. SuperKitties Oopsie Kitty Dancing Bitsy Plush from Just Play Get ready to groove with this interactive plush that sings, giggles, and sways – making it the purr-fect companion for springtime fun.  SHOP NOW  Disney Easter Stitch Holding Carrots from Jazwares Everyone’s favorite mischievous alien is an irresistible addition to any Easter basket – especially this ultra-soft Easter plush that’s absolutely adorable. SHOP NOW  Disney Marie and Disney Toulouse – Scentsy Buddy from Scentsy Enjoy these purr-fectly fragranced Scentsy Buddies inspired by Disney’s The Aristocats. The Marie plush arrives all primped, while the Toulouse plush brings his charm with his big bow and signature tousled fur. Each one is ready to be your new cuddly companion. SHOP NOW for Marie SHOP NOW for Toulouse Disney Minnie Mouse Cuddle Tonie from Tonies This Tonie brings the gentle comfort of snuggles to your little one’s day this Easter. Designed to help toddlers stay calm and happily entertained, it’s the perfect blend of story time and snuggle time.  SHOP NOW  Disney’s Stitch Many Moods Angel from Just Play Cute and bursting with personality – this interactive plush features expressive eyes and so many unique sounds, which will keep you entertained all spring long. SHOP NOW Toys and Games Disney Princess Easter Egg Surprise from Mattel Add a little regal flair to your Easter basket with this Easter egg surprise! Every egg reveals an adorable Disney Princess-inspired mini doll hidden inside, plus a tiara and ring for your own little princess to wear.  SHOP NOW  PLAY-DOH Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Happy Stackable Toy Set from Hasbro Your little one’s imagination will soar with this set featuring fan-favorite characters with multiple stampers – making it perfect for stamping, shaping, and stacking for easy fun on the go.  SHOP NOW  Disney Jr. Spidey and his Amazing Friends Team Spidey Pirate Ship set from the LEGO Group Imaginative play takes off with an adventure on the Team Spidey Pirate Ship featuring Spidey, Green Goblin, Ghost-Spider, and Miles “Spin” Morales minifigures with other fun action-packed features! SHOP NOW  Fisher-Price Little People Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story Figure Pack from Mattel Toddlers can create their own adventure during playtime this Easter with this figure set. SHOP NOW  Furby Furblets Star Wars Grogu from Hasbro Now take on your adventures with your own cosmic companion, inspired by the galaxy’s cutest foundling. SHOP NOW  Disney Doorables In Full Bloom Multi Peek from Just Play A delightful new surprise is ready to bloom! Unbox Doorables figures inspired by adorable Disney and Pixar characters and collect multiple figures – making this a perfect gift for spring. SHOP NOW Disney Dreamlight Valley Eggstravaganza Event Celebrate spring in-game with the Disney Dreamlight Valley Eggstravaganza Event, returning again this year from April 1-21, where your gamer can hunt eggs around the Valley, inside select Realms, and even in the sea along Dazzle Beach to unlock both returning and seven new recipe rewards to craft furniture or decorations and cook meals.  SHOP NOW  Beauty and Accessories Disney Minnie Mouse Easter Bag Charm from BaubleBar Add a touch of seasonal charm to your bag with Minnie Mouse all dressed up in her Easter best, complete with bunny ears and an Easter basket, which instantly brings Easter festivity to any look. SHOP NOW  Winnie the Pooh Sakura Plush Keychain from Disney Store Japan This pink Pooh Bear plush keychain is a sweet springtime accessory, and it’s perfect for adding a fuzzy touch to any bag. SHOP NOW Disney Princess Easter Clip-On Plush Moana from Just Play Make every day an adventure with this mini-Princess-inspired plush that clips easily onto backpacks, baskets, or purses, making it a sweet, spring-ready companion for every adventure.  SHOP NOW  Disney Stitch: Easter – Scentsy Buddy Clip from Scentsy This Buddy clip features scented beads and is the ideal on‑the‑go alien friend for decorating backpacks, purses, and more. SHOP NOW “Life’s a Fairytale” Fine Fragrance Mist from the Disney Princess Collection by Bath & Body Works Embrace the magic of spring with this royal inspired mist, which will help you channel your inner princess. SHOP NOW Bob’s Burger Grill Master Stud Set from Girls Crew Refresh your spring accessories with this stud set. Each stud captures an icon inspired by the series, making this set a standout accessory for anyone looking to add a playful touch to their look.   SHOP NOW  Lip Smacker Spider-Man Easter Egg Lip Balm Trio from Markwins Add a super‑powered twist to your Easter basket this year with this fruity flavored lip balm set. SHOP NOW  Winnie The Pooh Picnic Collage Special Set from CASETiFY Check out Pooh Bear and friends with this set that delivers fresh spring vibes and a delightfully berry sweet aesthetic. SHOP NOW Apparel Disney Peekaboo Pets Easter Collection from Little Sleepies Dress your little ones and yourself with this new collection bursting with pastel charm and seasonal prints. It is purrtastic for your pawfect Easter bunny.  SHOP NOW  Classic “Bambi” Tee from RE/DONE For the fashionistas and vintage lovers, the new RE/DONE spring collection is inspired by nostalgic Disney characters that make spring look chic all year round, including this tee, which makes for a perfect wardrobe staple. SHOP NOW Sleepy Minnie Mouse Shrunken Zip-Up from Madhappy  This zip-up features an adorable sleepy Minnie Mouse print that is just right for keeping warm during a light spring chill.  SHOP NOW  Disney Winnie the Pooh Easter Bunny Hug Pastel Spring Flower T-Shirt from Amazon Merch on Demand Celebrate Easter in style with everyone’s favorite “silly old bear,” with this t-shirt. You can shop even more Easter styles inspired by fan-favorite Disney characters on Amazon. SHOP NOW  Books and Stationery Who’s Afraid of the Easter Bunny?from Random House / Disney Join Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and their friends as they help Rex overcome his fears in this colorful book filled with playful surprises and springtime fun for young Disney and Pixar’s Toy Storyfans!  SHOP NOW  Disney Baby: Easter Egg Hunt from Phoenix International   Celebrate Easter with Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and friends in this sweet tactile board book where little ones can find and count colorful eggs on every page.  SHOP NOW  Habitat Heroes from Disney Hyperion This spring, follow along the Habitat Heroes book as the heroes set out to find just the right touches to make Merriweather the platypus’ habitat feel like home.  SHOP NOW  Star Wars The Mandalorian Best Easter in the Gal-eggsy Pop-Up Card from Lovepop Send out‑of‑this‑world Easter greetings with this adorable card – a charming way to add personality and fun to your Easter baskets. 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The Walt Disney Company just hit a major milestone, kicking off a new era of the company with a shareholders’ meeting. ©Disney The meeting began with a goodbye from Bob Iger, followed by new Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro sharing his message to the fans and shareholders, giving a rundown of what has been accomplished in the past year and what is to come under his leadership. As part of that speech, we got an update about Disney’s focus for the future. About 15 minutes into the meeting, D’Amaro addressed the future of the company and what will unify Disney going forward. He said, “We will capitalize on our strengths by focusing on coming together as one Disney.” At this point, a model appeared on the screen with the company’s 7 biggest business ventures, all surrounding a Mickey icon. ©Disney The Mickey icon in the middle features “IP and “Fans” as the two ears, with “One Disney” as the head. Going forward, the goal of the company is to draw consumers in by focusing on the IP that fans know and love. D’Amaro noted that he hopes to keep the relationship strong with the fans, “The heart of that relationship is, and it will always be, our storytelling.” ©Disney In recent years, Disney has done a decent amount of branching out into new ventures, but it seems that the heart of the company going forward will be its storytelling and fan-favorite intellectual properties. D’Amaro used Toy Story as an example of this, noting that the popular film series is already featured in theme parks around the world, on Disney Cruise Line, and in a variety of merchandise, but is also releasing its fifth movie soon. With one successful film series, Disney has been provided with a host of business ventures. ©Disney Going forward, it looks like Disney will attempt to centralize, connect, and stop being so siloed in its ventures. Storytelling, IP, and fans will be at the center of what the company does, and that will spread outward to the 7 main ventures. What are those ventures? Well, based on the chart, they seem to be film, streaming, sports, consumer products, gaming, Disney Cruise Line, and Disney Parks and Experiences. Disney Adventure Film has typically been the basis for storytelling, with many great IP characters and stories beginning there. That reach will expand through streaming services like Disney+…but it doesn’t stop there. “Disney+ will continue to evolve beyond a traditional streaming service to become the digital centerpiece of our company,” D’Amaro said. ©Disney In the past few years, ESPN has been a massive venture for Disney as well. “Our sports portfolio is unmatched,” D’Amaro noted, while sharing that on an average month, ESPN reaches around 80% of adults in the U.S. ©ESPN Of course, one of the most profitable businesses for Disney is the Experiences division. “The power of Disney comes full circle at Disney Experiences,” noted D’Amaro. “Disney has continually raised the bar for what experiences can be, and it’s always evolving.” Magic Kingdom And looking to the future, Disney won’t shy away from the use of new technologies. However, D’Amaro added that, “Disney at its core, is a company that celebrates human creativity.” He went on to praise Cast Members and thank them. “We have the most creative, the most passionate, dedicated people, and it’s because of our people that we’ll continue to create stories and experiences that our fans carry with them for a lifetime.” Cast Members are the MAGIC! Going forward, we’ll be keeping an eye on The Walt Disney Company to see how these new strategies are implemented. We’ll be interested to see what D’Amaro does with his tenure as CEO. For more Disney news and updates, subscribe to our newsletter. The “Josh Effect” — Why Fans and Employees Alike Are Obsessed With Disney’s New CEO Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of this new business strategy? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

We’ve all been there – you’re having an amazing day at Disney World or Disneyland, but when you hop on your phone to check wait times, buy a Lightning Lane, or book a dinner reservation, the dreaded 20% battery notification pops up! INIU Portable Charger This $20 portable charger will solve all of your phone battery problems for good! Our team of Disney experts swears by this gadget to keep your phone going all day long. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. INIU Portable Charger The INIU Portable Charger is a handheld portable charger that powers your electronics on the go. This kept our phone fully charged from rope drop to fireworks! We loved how this has multiple charging ports, so devices can be plugged in at the same time. It’s also a mix between USB-C and USB-A ports, giving you a variety of options so you can charge everything from phones, watches, cameras, and headphones. INIU Charger We love how small and compact this charger is. INIU describes this as 30% smaller and 15% lighter than other portable chargers on the market, and we could feel the difference! It’s very slim and easily fits into our pockets while we’re on the go. Compared to the chargers we typically carry, it also doesn’t set off the security alarm, so it was much more convenient to get into the park. All of the ports This portable charger lasts all day, but we’re so impressed with how fast it charges. We can fully charge this little guy in two or three hours, but other portable chargers we’ve tried can take hours, if not the whole night. The only downside to this portable charger is that it doesn’t come with a charging cable – you’ll have to purchase a cord separately. INIU Portable Charger This portable charger makes our Disney days 10x easier! We’d recommend this to anyone looking for a portable charger that will have your back for even the longest park days. For only $20, it’s an amazing deal! view ON AMAZON We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! View the full article

Sometimes when you’re at home, you just need to feel some of that Disney magic, even if your next trip isn’t for quite some time. Disney World You can find plenty of Disney merchandise — actual, licensed Disney merchandise, not knock-offs — online, so even if you’re not in the parks, you can still get the same joy you experience seeing it all in the parks. Now, not all merchandise is made equal, some is made better than others and gets better reviews, and if that’s what you’re after, then these six items online are perfect for you! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. A Friend to Cuddle With ©Amazon We personally love having a stuffed animal friend to cuddle with, or sit on our desk or bed, especially if it’s of one of our favorite characters. Personally, we love the Stitch Cuddleez, as well as all the Cuddleez on the market. He’s cute, cuddly, and will remind you of all your favorite Disney days! Check it out on Amazon! A Little Golden Book is Always A Good Idea ©Amazon Halloween may seem like a long way away, but it’ll be here before we know it. Not only that, if you ask us, it’s never a bad time for the spooky season, so grab Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Little Golden Book now while it’s on sale. Check it out on Amazon! Grab Those Christmas Ornaments Early ©Amazon You may feel like you just took down your Christmas tree and aren’t thinking about putting it back up anytime soon, but the truth is that it’s never a bad time to start stocking up. We personally love the Lenox Disney Castle Ornament, and you might as well snag it now before it goes up in price or is out of stock! Check it out on Amazon! Love Winnie The Pooh? ©Amazon Winnie the Pooh reminds us of our childhoods, which is why the Pooh Plush is beyond perfect if you’re missing the magic! He’s easy to hug and snuggle with, and he’ll make you smile every time you look at him. We just know it. Check it out on Amazon! A New Loungefly? Yes, Please! ©Amazon If you love Peter Pan as much as many people on our team do, and you just so happen to be looking for a new Loungefly bag, we highly recommend snagging the Peter Pan Second Star Loungefly Backpack. It details one of the most iconic scenes from the film, and we love how it has both the London skyline and the characters flying overhead. Check it out on Amazon! A New Playset! ©Amazon For the kiddos who need something extra fun, we highly recommend the Disney Encanto Magical Madrigal House Playset! It’ll create hours of fun, not only because of the house, but it also comes with Mirabel herself and 14 different accessories! Check it out on Amazon! We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the latest Disney merchandise news, so stay tuned to DFB! View the full article

Okay, who’s ready to watch some great TV and movies on Disney+? ©Disney/Hulu The streaming subscription service has already kicked off spring in a big way, including the premiere of Zootopia 2 on the streamer, but there are even more new TV shows and movies coming to the streaming subscription service in April, including something I’m really excited about: the new Darth Maul series. So let’s take a look at EVERYTHING coming to Disney+ in April 2026. Wednesday, April 1st Dear Killer Nannies (Hulu Original) – Premiere – All Episodes Streaming Donna Hay Coastal Celebrations (Disney+ Original) – Premiere – All Episodes Streaming O11CE: New Generation (Disney+ Original) – New Episodes Secrets of the Bees – Premiere – All Episodes Streaming Saturday, April 4th Locker Diaries: ZOMBIES: Shorts – New Episode ©Disney Sunday, April 5th Inside Out Classic – the real-time, animated NHL game: Washington Capitals vs. New York Rangers (Disney+, ESPN+) – Live at 7pm ET Monday, April 6th American Idol (Season 9) (ABC) – Streaming live at 8/7c In Your Radiant Season (Hulu Original) – Season Finale Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord (Disney+ Original) – Two-Episode Premiere Tuesday, April 7th Daredevil: Born Again (Season 2) (Disney+ Original) – New Episode at 6pm PT ©Marvel Wednesday, April 8th Hey A.J.! – New Episodes How Not to Draw: Shorts (Season 5) – New Episode O11CE: New Generation (Disney+ Original) – New Episodes Friday, April 10th RoboGobo (Season 2) – New Episodes Perfect Crown (Hulu Original) – Premiere Saturday, April 11th Locker Diaries: ZOMBIES: Shorts – New Episode Perfect Crown (Hulu Original) – New Episode Monday, April 13th American Idol (Season 9) (ABC) – Streaming live at 8/7c Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord (Disney+ Original) – New Episodes ©Disney Tuesday, April 14th Daredevil: Born Again (Season 2) (Disney+ Original) – New Episode at 6pm PT Meet Iron Man and his Awesome Friends (Season 1) – New Episodes Wednesday, April 15th O11CE: New Generation (Disney+ Original) – New Episodes Friday, April 17th Little Margo Stories: Shorts – Premiere Perfect Crown (Hulu Original) – New Episode Saturday, April 18th Locker Diaries: ZOMBIES: Shorts – New Episode Perfect Crown (Hulu Original) – New Episode Monday, April 20th American Idol (Season 9) (ABC) – Streaming live at 8/7c Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord (Disney+ Original) – New Episodes ©Disney Tuesday, April 21st Daredevil: Born Again (Season 2) (Disney+ Original) – New Episode at 6pm PT Wednesday, April 22nd Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+ – New Episodes O11CE: New Generation (Disney+ Original) – New Episodes Orangutan (Disney+ Original) – Premiere Friday, April 24th The Prep School Disappearance Perfect Crown (Hulu Original) – New Episode Saturday, April 25th Perfect Crown (Hulu Original) – New Episode Monday, April 27th American Idol (Season 9) (ABC) – Streaming live at 8/7c Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord (Disney+ Original) – New Episodes Disney Animation’s “Songs in Sign Language” (Disney+ Original) – Premiere Tuesday, April 28th Daredevil: Born Again (Season 2) (Disney+ Original) – New Episode at 6pm PT Wednesday, April 29th O11CE: New Generation (Disney+ Original) – New Episodes SuperKitties (Season 3) – New Episodes ©Disney Thursday, April 30th Project Runway All Stars (Seasons 5-7) We’ll keep an eye out for more releases on Disney+, so stay tuned to DFB to stay updated! “I Believe in Josh D’Amaro” Bob Iger Steps Down as New Disney CEO Takes Over Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What will you be watching on Disney+ this month? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

If you’re heading to Disney World anytime soon, you probably know that the sheer amount of dining options can be somewhat overwhelming. The hacked “float” However, there are certain tips you can keep in mind to make the best of your dining experience. Let’s begin over in Toy Story Land over at Hollywood Studios, where there’s a way to combine two items from Woody’s Lunch Box and the land’s new Popcorn and Snacks cart into a delicious adult concoction. Toy Story Land Popcorn and Snacks You can pick up the $16.50 Coca-Cola with Stoli Vodka cocktail at Popcorn & Snacks — which debuted in January — and then head over to Woody’s Lunch Box and grab a serving of vanilla soft serve, which is available in a pretty decently sized cup for $6.49. The ice cream cup From there (and with an extra clear cup for alcohol in hand from Popcorn & Snacks), you can combine the cocktail with the soft serve to create two Coke & Stoli floats! The total price would be $22.99, split between two people, $11.49 each, a total savings of $10 total vs buying 2 Coke and Stoli cocktails at $16.50 each!!! The soft serve and two cups of alcohol. We evenly split the Coke and vodka concoction between the 2 cups. There was never a point where the mix had the consistency to be eaten like ice cream with a spoon. This is something you will drink with a straw, a spoon, or straight from the cup, with the consistency of a milkshake. Mixed “floats” Beyond some snack combination hacks, there are also some other tips to keep in mind when trying to score your ideal Disney meal: First off, let’s say you didn’t score Advance Dining Reservations for your ideal restaurant. Turns out all hope isn’t lost! When you’re inside your park of choice, you can add your party to the walk-up list for select table-service restaurants on the Walt Disney World app. Check availability at participating restaurants via the app—or by scanning a QR code located in the restaurant’s lobby. There’s no need to visit the host stand to check availability. Use the app to add your party to the walk-up list of an available restaurant. At this time, you can also confirm your party details, including special dietary requests. Once your table is ready, you’ll be notified to proceed to a specified location. If you DO have the reservation you desire, but want a specific table — either for practical purposes like near a bathroom or an exit, or more thematic reasons like being close to windows for a view or sitting in a specific room at, say, Be Our Guest — you can request as much at the check-in desk. Now, the Cast Members on duty may not be able to grant said request, but it never hurts to make it. Be Our Guest Whether it’s a quick service snack hack or getting the table service meal of your dreams, keep these in mind next time you’re planning Disney World meals. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World tips. It Should Be Illegal to Do This in a Disney World Restaurant, But We See It Every Day Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What’s your best Disney World hack? Let us know in the comments below. View the full article

In the 70+ years since Disneyland opened, Disney has built some truly iconic theme park attractions. Rides like Pirates of the Caribbean, The Haunted Mansion, and “it’s a small world” have become culturally ubiquitous. However, there’s perhaps no more pop-culturally iconic Disney attraction than Space Mountain. The lift hill illuminated Everything from the coaster’s exterior to its theme is known well beyond the bubble of Disney’s fans, particularly because the ride maintains an air of mystery since it takes place entirely in the dark. However, we’re here to shed some light on this 50+ year-old favorite. Despite opening 8 years after Walt Disney’s death, the original concept that became Space Mountain came from the company founder’s creative mind in the early 1960s. At that time Walt, fresh of the success of building the revolutionary steel coaster the Matterhorn at Disneyland, approached Imagineer John Hench with the idea of basing the park’s upcoming New Tomorrowland (a renovation of the somewhat underwhelming opening day land) around a “Space Port” attraction that would include a “roller-coaster-style ride in the dark, with lighting and other special effects.” Sound familiar? Walt with the model of the Matterhorn Concept art for the “Space Port” (sometimes called “Space Voyage” was developed by WED Enterprises (the future Imagineering), which was developed by Hench, Clem Hall, George McGinnis, and Herb Ryman. 1966 saw the name “Space Mountain” first used for the project. Due to Walt’s death that December, as well as the technological limitations of the time, the ride was dropped from the New Tomorrowland lineup. However, that wasn’t the end of Space Mountain. ©Disney As work began on the project that came to be known as Walt Disney World in the late 1960s, RCA was contracted by Disney to provide communications hardware and infrastructure for the massive Central Florida resort. Built into that contract was a provision that Disney could pitch RCA an attraction to sponsor at the resort, which RCA would be required to provide $10 million in support for if they agreed to the sponsorship. Fast forward to Disney World’s early years following its 1971 opening, and Disney desperately wanted to install a thrill ride at the nascent resort. Imagineers decided to revive the Space Mountain concept, and then-CEO E. Card Walker was successfully able to sell RCA on the Concept. In fact, not only did the company give the $10 million and sponsor the attraction upon its 1975 opening, but Imagineers partially used RCA technology to settle the technical issues that had initially proved a problem a decade earlier. “Card” Walker @The Walt Disney Company The Magic Kingdom’s Space Mountain, which is the first Space Mountain overall, opened at Walt Disney World in January 1975. The revolutionary-for-the-time indoor coaster was an immediate smash, becoming the resort’s first true thrill attraction, and ushering in a new era for both Disney and the theme park industry overall. Space Mountain under construction. While Space Mountain may FEEL like a high-speed journey through the cosmos, the coaster only reaches a top speed of approximately 27 MPH. The ride fools riders into thinking it’s moving much faster thanks to blasts of cold air, the space travel thematic elements, and, of course, the darkness in which it takes place. View from the top In fact, to this day, there are few bigger “white whales” to chase for major Disney fans than riding Space Mountain with the lights on. Looks a lot more painful with the lights on. While this is rare, it does sometimes happen if there’s an issue with the ride, though it has been offered on a few special occasions as well. Of course, as cool as riding with the lights on is in concept, it’s also a reminder of how important the theming and darkness are to the attraction, as once it’s stripped away, the track is simply that of a typical wild mouse-style coaster. Space Mountain lit up Space Mountain has, of course, become iconic in the 50+ years since the Magic Kingdom attraction opened. Versions have been built at Disneyland, Tokyo Disneyland, Disneyland Paris, and Hong Kong Disneyland. Stay tuned to DFB for more dives into Disney history. 5 Magic Kingdom Secrets Disney Doesn’t Want You to Know Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you ever ridden Space Mountain with the lights out? Let us know in the comments below. View the full article

We went to one of the world’s most unique and whimsical theme parks — Efteling! Joris en de Draak at Efteling If you’ve been following along here recently, we were set to travel around the world, starting with Singapore for a cruise on the new Disney Adventure, then flying to Paris for the opening of Disney Adventure World. However, delayed flights interrupted our plans and threw off our schedule. With a few days to spare, we made a trip to Efteling Parc, a fantasy theme park in Kaatsheuvel in The Netherlands. And boy was it an interesting visit! We’ll keep you in the loop with more of our travels in the coming days, so keep following along! To get all the latest theme park news, subscribe to our newsletter and YouTube channel, and follow us on social media. The Best Snacks at Disney World in 2026 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you ever been to this theme park before? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

We love traveling — whether it’s to Disney World, on a Disney cruise, or somewhere else entirely. ©Disney But traveling isn’t always as easy as we’d like it to be. You’ve got to deal with flights and hotels — both of which can potentially be a less-than-stellar sleeping experience. We love finding ways to make ourselves just a little bit more comfortable when traveling, and this $9 Amazon find is just the thing! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Get this weighted eye mask for sleeping ©Amazon The premium microbead technology in this sleep mask mimics the sensation of gentle hand pressure, promoting relaxation and helping you fall asleep faster. It’s ideal for both nighttime sleep and quick daytime naps, and especially for airplane travel! view ON AMAZON This flat plug power strip is SO helpful Flat Plug Power Strip Outlets can be hard to come by in Disney World hotel rooms, and this power strip easily fits into a suitcase for packing. It features three standard outlets, two USB-C outlets, and two USB-A outlets for charging whatever devices you need to charge to be ready for your Disney day. view ON AMAZON We love these compression packing cubes, too ©Amazon If you’re trying to travel with just a carry-on suitcase, compression packing cubes like these can make a HUGE difference. This set comes with six different bags in varying styles and sizes, so you can pack whatever you might need — including shoes! view ON AMAZON We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! View the full article

Last week, we headed to the Singapore airport from the Disney Adventure cruise ship to check out Disney’s newest theme park in Paris. At first, our flight was delayed by 2 hours, but then it was canceled entirely. Where we wish we were! We were stuck in Singapore Airport itself for 7 hours and then provided accommodation while we waited for the rebooked flight. As we attempted to catch some z’s in between, here are our favorite travel items that we were dreaming about! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Luckily, we made a reliable packing list and followed it to a T! However, there were a couple of things that would have made the 26 hours much more comfortable. We’re so sad we forgot our favorite travel blanket back home! ©Amazon This travel blanket is made of a soft plush material that’s super cozy and keeps us warm on cold flights. We love this blanket because it’s lightweight and easy to carry – it easily rolls up and comes with a matching plush travel bag that we can clip on our carry-on. view ON AMAZON Our favorite headphones would have been a lifesaver! ©Amazon The Bose QuietComfort Headphones are the best! They have 24 hours of battery life and charge faster than other headphones we’ve tried. We love how you can toggle between full noise cancelling and full awareness modes. view ON AMAZON We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! We’ll be at Disneyland Paris (yay!!) on March 20th, covering the brand new World of Frozen and Adventure Way lands – you won’t want to miss it! View the full article

There’s a good chance you’ve been shopping at Disney World all wrong. Emporium Disney World stores are some of the most interesting parts of a park day, and honestly, browsing the merchandise is a whole experience in itself. But there are a couple of unspoken rules that a surprising number of guests completely ignore, and if you’re not careful, you might be guilty of them too. Here’s what to keep in mind the next time you’re perusing the shelves. Leaving Items in the Wrong Place Let’s start with the one that Cast Members probably wish they could gently remind every single guest about. You pick up a mug. You check the price. Maybe you decide you don’t really need another coffee cup in your life. Totally fair. But instead of putting it back where you found it, you set it on a random shelf next to a plush or a stack of T-shirts. Sound familiar? Disney mug It happens constantly in Disney stores. Guests grab something to look at and then leave it wherever they happen to be standing once they decide they don’t want it anymore. It might seem harmless in the moment, but it actually creates a surprising amount of extra work for Cast Members. Disney shops are meticulously organized so that guests can easily find what they’re looking for. When items get dropped all over the store, it throws off that system pretty quickly. Disney merch It can also make the shopping experience confusing for other guests. Someone might see a product in one spot and assume that’s where it belongs, only to realize later it was misplaced. If you’ve ever gone back to grab something you spotted earlier and suddenly couldn’t find it anywhere, there’s a good chance it got moved. Disney merch The fix here is simple. If you decide not to buy something, just place it back where you picked it up. And if you truly can’t remember where it came from, handing it to a Cast Member at the register is completely fine. They’ll make sure it gets returned to the right spot. It’s a tiny effort on your part, but it helps keep the store organized and makes life a lot easier for the team working there. Waiting Until the Exit to Figure Out Mobile Checkout Now let’s talk about a modern problem that pops up in Disney stores all the time. Many shops across the parks allow guests to use mobile checkout through the My Disney Experience app. It’s a fantastic feature that lets you scan items, pay on your phone, and skip the regular register line. Mobile Checkout at Creations Shop in EPCOT In theory, it’s one of the fastest ways to buy souvenirs. In practice, though, a lot of people wait until they’re standing right at the exit to start the process. You’ve probably seen this happen. Someone steps to the side of the doorway and suddenly starts opening the app, scanning items, entering payment information, and figuring out how it all works. Meanwhile, other guests are trying to leave the store, and Cast Members are waiting to verify the purchase. Mobile Checkout Mobile checkout works best when you start the process while you’re still browsing or at least before you reach the exit. Scan your items as you pick them up. Make sure your payment is ready to go. Then, finalize the purchase before heading toward the door where a Cast Member will check the confirmation screen. When everyone waits until the very last second, the exit area becomes a traffic jam. Using mobile checkout the right way keeps things moving and actually saves you the time it was designed to save in the first place. Mobile Checkout These are small things, but they genuinely make the shopping experience better for everyone involved, including you. And when you’re in a park with thousands of other guests all trying to enjoy their day, the little stuff really does matter. As always, we’re here to help you plan smarter for your next Disney trip, so stay tuned to DisneyFoodBlog for more tips you’ll be glad you knew before you hit the parks. What Happens If You Refuse to Follow A Rule in Disney World? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have another store tip you swear by? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

There’s something special about discovering Disney magic where you least expect it, like surrounded by taxis, towering buildings, and theatregoers right in the middle of Times Square. New York City has countless sights to see, with iconic spots like the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, the Brooklyn Bridge, or the Metropolitan Museum of Art, but any Disney fan in the city should have Disney Store Times Square on their list of must-visit destinations. I shared my experience shopping at Disney Store Times Square during the holiday season, and am excited to now have a space for anyone browsing Disney Parks Blog to discover all the details about the store’s new product arrivals, upcoming events, and more. Visiting Disney Store Times Square Disney Store Times Square is located in the heart of Manhattan, just steps from the Great White Way, so it is easily accessible if you’re seeing a show (bonus points if it is a current Disney on Broadway production). The two-story space is full of enchantment everywhere you look with overflowing shelves of products, immersive displays, and friendly cast members bringing the spirit of Disney to the Big Apple. Walking into the store feels like stepping out of the concrete jungle and into a storybook – you are immediately transported to a world where familiar characters and stories meet the creativity and charm of NYC. Classic Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse plush embrace their status as city symbols, and you can find iconography like pretzels, taxis, and even some of those quintessential landmarks I mentioned across merchandise. Disney Store Times Square is more than a regular retail space or a way to keep the magic alive between vacations; it is a one-of-a-kind celebration of Disney storytelling in one of the world’s most iconic, fast-paced places. For fans (like me) looking to blend their love of both Disney and New York City, this is truly the perfect place to shop. Disney Store Times Square Exclusive Products The exclusive merchandise available here makes Disney Store Times Square an even more exciting destination for dedicated Disney fans and passionate collectors. Items you won’t find anywhere else, like limited edition pins and plush, are designed specifically with this city in mind, capturing the electric essence of New York and allowing you to take home a memorable souvenir. NYC Snow Globes Snow globes are always one of my favorite souvenirs to shop for when I’m traveling – it’s so fun to display them at home and be reminded of all the places I’ve been. These mini snow globes are the perfect way to commemorate your next trip to NYC, showing Minnie Mouse as Lady Liberty and Mickey Mouse soaking up the city, both surrounded by sparkling gold glitter. NYC Pins If you’re an avid pin trader and collector, the Times Square exclusive enamel pins are definitely the first item you should have on your wish list. The Minnie Mouse as Lady Liberty Pin depicts this icon against a shimmering blue background studded with stars, her torch held high. And the Mickey Mouse Marathon Pin showing Mickey alongside the sunny skyline is another favorite of mine! I’m looking forward to seeing these pins (and many others) at the Retro Pin Event being held at Disney Store Times Square later this month. Disney Wishables Shimmer New York City Series I’ve been a longtime lover of Wishables, so as soon as I saw these ones exclusive to Disney Store Times Square start to go viral on TikTok, I knew I needed to secure a box (or several). The mystery boxes contain one of five mini plush variants, including Mickey Mouse (holding a hot dog, of course), Minnie Mouse as Lady Liberty, a classic yellow taxicab, an apple (wearing a Mickey Mouse Ear Hat), and a pizza slice (my personal favorite NYC symbol and food item). NYC Plush Maybe mini mystery plush aren’t your style, but perhaps these Mickey Mouse ”I NY” and Minnie Mouse “Lady Liberty” plush are more your speed. Lady Liberty Minnie Mouse is one of the most popular products sold at Disney Store Times Square, and naturally I think you should take Mickey Mouse (who is dressed for a day exploring the city) home as well to complete this perfect pairing. The small versions of these plush are exclusive to the store in Times Square, but other sizes are available to purchase on DisneyStore.com. More NYC-Themed Merch from Disney Store Wanting to get a taste of the city but not able to visit in-store? You can find select NYC-inspired designs available to purchase on DisneyStore.com, in addition to Disney Store Times Square! Show off your New York spirit in style with apparel and accessories inspired by the skyline views and endless energy of the Big Apple, no matter where you call home. NYC Crewneck Sweatshirts This Minnie Mouse Statue of Liberty Pullover Sweatshirt for Women has me dreaming of chilly fall days in Central Park. The front has a simple design but makes way for a truly show-stopping image of Minnie Mouse as Lady Liberty covering the back. And there’s more where this came from – the Mickey Mouse Pullover Sweatshirt for Men is another comfy cozy option. NYC T-Shirts I often enjoy sprinkling a bit of Disney magic into my office outfits, and I can already see myself styling this T-shirt featuring Minnie Mouse as Lady Liberty with a blazer. Other tees you can shop for on DisneyStore.com include the Mickey Mouse and Friends V-Neck Fashion T-Shirt for Women, Mickey Mouse T-Shirt for Men, and Mickey Mouse T-Shirt for Kids – so there’s something for the whole family or friend group! Just like the city that never sleeps, there’s always something new to find at Disney Store Times Square each time you visit, so stay tuned here as we share product updates, event details, and shopping tips. Serving Up Style with the Disney x Marc Jacobs Kids Collection READ MORE Why Disney Parks Fans Love BAGGU, and What to Shop READ MORE New Bath & Body Works Disney Princess Collection READ MORE The post Disney Store Times Square: New Arrivals, Exclusives, and Events appeared first on Disney Parks Blog. View the full article

If you’re a Disney+ subscriber, there are some perks you might be missing out on! ©Disney The Disney+ Perks page is full of special offers that are exclusive to subscribers, and they often have some fun sweepstakes, giveaways, and discounts available. Today, we’re sharing two NEW offers you might want to check out! The first new perk available is a chance to attend the world premiere of Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu. You can enter the sweepstakes daily as a Disney+ subscriber online, and travel and lodging are included. ©Disney The winner will receive a 3-day, 2-night trip for themselves and one guest to either Los Angeles or New York to attend the premiere of the film. The film premiere is currently scheduled for mid-May 2026. You must be at least 13 years old to enter the sweepstakes. ©Disney The other new perk available is a sweepstakes to attend WWE’s WrestleMania 42. For now, through April 3rd, you can enter daily to win tickets to the live event, plus travel, lodging, and some exciting VIP experiences. And don’t worry, even if you don’t win, you can stream it live on Disney+ April 18th-19th with a subscribtion that includes ESPN Unlimited. ©Disney The following is included in the prize pack: Two (2) tickets to WrestleMania 42 for the winner and a guest A four (4) day, three (3) night trip to Las Vegas, Nevada Round-trip coach air transportation ©Disney So hurry and check out these, plus other perks on the Disney+ website now! You’ll need to log in with your subscriber email in order to access and enter these sweepstakes. Stay tuned to DFB by subscribing to our newsletter and following us on social media! Learn About Another Disney+ Perk Here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you a Disney+ subscriber? Let us know in the comments! View the full article